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Index
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Symbols[ Top ]
& (ampersand), 95, 520
' (apostrophe), 520
* (asterisk) (see asterisk)
* file type, 137
* Registry key, 125
\ (backslash)
accessing shared folders, 503
Registry searches and, 95
scripts and, 548
$ character, 506
> character, 101
% (percent sign), 558
? (question mark), 63, 70
[ ] (square brackets), 102, 110
Numbers[ Top ]
%1 parameter, 135
16-bit processing, 2
32-bit processing
DWORD value type, 89, 93
Windows support, 2, 3
4CC code, 149, 150, 152
64-bit processing, 2, 3
802.11x standards
backward compatibility, 343
speed considerations, 348, 357
WiFi and, 342
WPA passphrases, 354
A[ Top ]
AAC format, 176, 177
AATools Port Scanner, 428
AC Power Recovery setting (BIOS), 577
access points
defined, 346
wireless, 346, 350, 391
accessibility tools, 49
ACPI 2.0 Support setting (BIOS), 577
ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface), 221, 319, 577
ACPI APIC Support setting (BIOS), 577
ACPI Aware O/S setting (BIOS), 577
Acronis Disk Director, 267, 270
Acronis True Image Home, 261
Active Connections utility, 425-428, 585
Active Directory, 587
ActiveX controls, 430, 435, 543
ad hoc mode, 346
adapters
Bluetooth standard and, 379
changing MAC addresses, 371
DVI-to-composite, 197
DVI-to-VGA, 198
Ethernet, 312
HDMI-to-DVI, 197, 198
SATA/IDE to USB, 258
SATA-to-eSATA, 263
VGA-to-RCA, 197
VGA-to-S-Video, 197
wireless, 221, 376, 377
(see also network adapters)
Ad-Aware Personal Edition, 282
AdBlock Plus extension (Mozilla)
downloading, 164
embedded video files, 167
hiding animations, 442, 443
wildcard support, 442
Adblock Plus extension (Mozilla)
blocking JavaScript files, 443
ad-blocking software
broken pictures and, 437
surfing anonymously, 446
Add New Hardware wizard, 314, 318, 319
Add or Remove Programs feature, 20
addition operator, 516
AddOn ROM Display Mode setting (BIOS), 577
address bar (Windows Explorer)
administrative shares and, 506
navigation shortcuts, 46
path box as, 20
running scripts, 523
thumbnail generation and, 208
address books
Bluetooth standard and, 379
spreading malware, 279
Address Range Shadowing setting (BIOS), 577, 578
Adersoft VbsEdit editor, 543
administrative shares, 505-507
Administrator account
enforcing passwords, 499
logging in, 491-493
renaming, 493
resetting passwords, 490
UAC prompts and, 485
viewing users, 487
administrator mode
DiskPart tool and, 271
entering product keys, 11
opening Command Prompt, 5
scripts and, 524
Adobe Acrobat, 128, 129
Adobe Digital Negative (DNG), 186
Adobe Flash Player, 162
Adobe Photoshop
EXIF data, 190, 192
gamma adjustment, 188
mixing colors, 473
ShellNew key and, 144
Adobe Photoshop Elements, 186
Adobe Premiere, 155, 176
Advanced Attributes window, 475
Advanced Boot Options menu, 288-291
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI), 221, 319, 577
Advanced Folder Options dialog box, 103, 105
Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI), 577, 583
Advanced key (Registry), 105
advanced power management (APM), 579, 582
Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller (APIC), 312, 577
Advanced Search pane, 80
Advanced Security Settings window, 464-467
Advanced Sharing window, 30, 500, 501
Advanced tab (Sound), 170
adware
blocking, 439, 440
cleaning off, 281
drive-by installations, 481
Internet Explorer and, 280
IP addresses and, 445
as malware, 277
Mozilla Firefox and, 431
P2P programs and, 280
spyware and, 277
web sites and, 280
Aero Glass interface
desktop composition and, 207
differences among editions, 4
Graphics benchmark and, 233
hardware considerations, 227-228
as new feature, 1, 226
performance and, 207
power management and, 238
software considerations, 229-230
technical requirements, 227
Aerofoil program, 238
AES encryption algorithm, 355
Aggressive Link Power Management (ALPE), 577
Aggressive Slumber/Partial (ASP), 577
Agnitum Outpost program, 424
AGP 2X Mode setting (BIOS), 577
AGP 4X Mode setting (BIOS), 577
AGP Aperture/Device Address Space Size setting (BIOS), 577
AGP cards
Aero Glass interface and, 227
BIOS settings, 582
Blue Screen of Death and, 312
AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface), 577, 583
AHCI settings (BIOS), 577
AI Overclocking setting (BIOS), 577
AI Quiet setting (BIOS), 577
AIFF format, 177
AIM (AOL Instant Messenger), 587, 588
aliases, 565-567
All Items template, 181
All Programs folder
Command Prompt, 552
contents, 52
pinned items and, 51
Startup menu, 291
All Users folder, 497
All Users Programs folder, 529
All Users Start Menu folder, 529
All Users Startup folder, 529
Allocate IRQ to PCI VGA setting (BIOS), 578
Allow permissions, 114, 469
ALPE (Aggressive Link Power Management), 577
alpha channels, 208
AlreadyMapped function, 532, 533
Alt key
drag-drop rules, 66
menu bar display, 21, 24-25, 27, 49, 211, 387
navigation shortcuts, 45-46
simplifying media players, 157
undo function and, 66
as Windows Logo Key, 48
AltColor value (Registry), 474
Alt-down arrow key combination, 49
AltEncryptionColor value (Registry), 473
Alt-Enter key combination, 45
Alt-F4 key combination, 49
Alt-LeftShift-Num Lock keys, 49
Alt+LeftShift+Print Screen keys, 49
Alt-Tab key combination
desktop composition and, 207
switching windows, 47
task switcher, 27
AMD Cool'n'Quiet/PowerNow! setting (BIOS), 577, 580
ampersand (&), 95, 520
analog modems, 389
animation
ad-blockers blocking, 437
disabling, 441-443
tweaking performance, 205-210
Anonymizer web site, 447
Anonymous Browsing Toolbar 3.3, 447
Anonymous Surfing tool, 447
anti-aliasing process, 208
antispyware software, 281-282, 445
antivirus programs
64-bit processing and, 3
auto-protect feature, 283-285
BSoD and, 308
cleaning off malware, 281
listed, 281
manual scanning features, 285
migration considerations, 20
performance considerations, 214
polymorphic viruses and, 277
Windows Security Center, 415
Anti-Virus Protection setting (BIOS), 577
AoA Audio Extractor, 176
AOL Instant Messenger (AIM), 587, 588
APIC (Advanced Programmable Interrupt Controller), 312, 577
APM (advanced power management), 579, 582
APM settings (BIOS), 577
apostrophe ('), 520
AppEvents branch (current user), 87
Apple iTunes (see iTunes (Apple)), 178
Apple Mobile Device, 238
Apple Quicktime files (see MOV files)
Application Compatibility system, 224
Application Data folder, 496, 497
applications (see software applications)
Applications tab (Task Manager), 300
Archive attribute (file), 528
ArcSoft RAW Thumbnail Viewer, 186
arguments, 521, 542
ARIB tuner, 199
arrow keys, 49, 211
ASCII character set, 90, 110
ASF files
4CC code for, 152
extracting sound from video, 175
fast-forwarding streaming video, 160
playing while being saved, 153
rewinding streaming video, 160
Ashampoo Burning Studio, 201
ASP (Aggressive Slumber/Partial), 577
aspect ratio, 154
Assign IRQ For USB setting (BIOS), 577
Assign IRQ For VGA setting (BIOS), 578
asterisk (*)
file types and, 137
in filespecs, 63
Registry key, 125
wildcards and, 69, 431, 442
at command, 573
ATA interface, 262
ATI Radeon, 229
ATSC tuner, 199
attrib command (DOS), 553
AttributeMagic Pro, 194
audio
BIOS settings and, 579
converting files, 176-178
crossfading, 174, 175
determining codecs for, 149
DRM copy protection, 178
enabling high-definition, 580
extracting from video, 175, 176
fixing garbled music, 173
fixing music tags, 178-179
HDMI plugs and, 197
lossless, 176, 178
Music Details template, 182
Music Icons template, 182
partitions and, 264
streaming, 587
support for multiple devices, 172
synchronizing with video, 155
troubleshooting, 168-171
troubleshooting poor quality, 202
Vista enhancements, 167
voice dictation software, 172
volume inconsistencies, 202
audio perceived type key, 141
AudioShell extension, 178
Auditing policy, 465
Auditing tab (Advanced Security Settings), 465
Auslogics Registry Defrag, 244
authentication
Kerberos agent, 587
lsass.exe and, 301
VPN support, 399
wireless networks and, 361
Auto Power On setting (BIOS), 578
AutoChkTimeOut value (key), 297
Autoexec.bat file, 559
AutoLogonCount value (Registry), 489
Automatic Updates feature, 415, 416
automating scripts, 571-574
auto-protect feature (antivirus), 283-285
AutoShareServer value (Registry), 506
autostart programs, 212
Avast! Home Edition, 214, 282
AVG Anti-Virus, 282
AVI files
4CC code, 152
playing video, 151, 153
viruses and, 285
AVIcodec program, 149
Avira AntiVir Classic, 282
AX codecs, 150, 162
B[ Top ]
Back Up Files wizard, 333, 340
background images, 209
background processes
common, 301
decryption as, 470
slow connections and, 397
backslash (\)
accessing shared folders, 503
Registry searches and, 95
scripts and, 548
Backspace key, 45
Backup and Restore Center, 5, 287, 333
backups
creating Registry patch, 84
disaster recovery and, 330, 339, 340
encryption certificates, 478-480
file types, 140
local, 118
migration considerations, 20
on-the-fly, 331, 332
prior to cleaning disk space, 248
prior to installation, 13
prior to Registry changes, 99, 100
quick and dirty, 547-548
Registry, 116-122
restoring data from, 13
system, 332-339
technologies supported, 333-335
transferring Windows and, 260
web page blank form bugs and, 441
Windows Complete PC Restore, 287
backward compatibility, 110, 343
bandwidth
defined, 343
do-it-yourself test, 397
download process and, 398
firewalls and, 345
testing throughput, 395-397
Bandwidth Place web site, 395
base-16 system, 90, 91
BASIC language, 514
BAT files (see batch files)
batch files
accessing Command Prompt, 563, 564
command-line parameters, 534-536, 560-561
conditional statements, 561, 562
DOS commands, 553-556
environment and, 558
flow control, 558
launching scripts, 524
loops and, 562
overview, 513, 552-553, 556-557
quotation marks in, 563
running, 557
scripting support, 513
simulating subroutines, 563
variables and, 558
battery
Hibernate mode and, 215
improving life, 235-239
Standby mode and, 215
BatTrack tool, 238
BattStat tool, 238
BCDEdit tool, 17-18
BearShare, 280
binary value type (REG_BINARY)
editing, 112
hex editors, 90
HIVE files, 117
Registry Editor support, 89
Registry patches and, 111
target parameters and, 108
BIOS (Basic Input-Output System)
Blue Screen of Death and, 312
changing system memory, 228
flashing, 576
functionality, 575
installing on new/clean system and, 7
overclocking processors, 240
power management, 220-221, 575, 577, 579, 582
problems during setup, 15
settings
changing, 575-576
checking, 221
common, 577-584
cooling, 239
errant, 315
Sleep mode and, 219
troubleshooting audio problems, 171
updating, 221, 319, 320
video overlay problem, 157
BitLocker drive encryption, 5, 471
Bitmap value (Registry), 106
BitTorrent file transfer client, 588
blackbody radiator, 189
Blaze Media Pro, 176
Bloodhound.Exploit.13 Trojan horse, 285
Blue Screen of Death
Attempted Write To Readonly Memory message, 308
Bad Pool Caller message, 308
BIOS settings and, 577
Data Bus Error message, 308
Driver IRQL Not Less Or Equal message, 308
Driver Power State Failure message, 308
Driver Unloaded Without Cancelling Pending Operations message, 309
Blue Screen of Death (continued)
Driver Used Excessive Ptes message, 309
Hardware Interrupt Storm message, 309
Inaccessible Boot Device message, 309, 583
Kernel Data Inpage Error message, 309
Kernel Stack Inpage Error message, 309
Kmode Exception Not Handled message, 310
Mismatched Hal message, 310
No More System PTEs message, 310
NTFS File System message, 311
Page Fault In Nonpaged Area message, 311
startup process and, 307
Status Image Checksum Mismatch message, 311
Status System Process Terminated message, 311
Thread Stuck In Device Driver message, 311
Unexpected Kernel Mode Trap message, 313
Unmountable Boot Volume message, 313
Vista and, xv
Bluetooth stack, 379
Bluetooth standard
migration considerations, 20
overview, 379-382
wireless support, 343, 378
BMP files, 77, 128, 285
bookmarklets, 162, 164, 166
bookmarks, 85, 452
Boot Device Priority /Boot Sequence setting (BIOS), 578
Boot Graphic Adapter Priority setting (BIOS), 578
boot menu, 7
Boot Other Device setting (BIOS), 578
boot partitions, 309
boot process (see startup process)
Boot Sector Virus Protection setting (BIOS), 578
Boot tab (System Configuration), 18
Boot to OS/2 setting (BIOS), 578
boot volume, 272, 313
boot.ini file, 17
Bootup Numlock Status setting (BIOS), 578
brackets [ ], 102, 110
bridges
connecting networks, 345, 373-375
defined, 373
routers as, 391
wireless, 373, 374, 377
broadband connections
download considerations, 397
routers and, 391
sharing, 392
static IP address and, 389
Broadbandreports.com web site, 395
Broadcom Bluetooth stack, 379, 380
buffer sizes, 261
buffering, 160, 161
bugs (Windows Vista)
firmware updates and, 351
infinite loops, 311
not recognizing drivers, 317
USB devices, 222
web browsers and blank forms, 441
Bulk Downloader tool, 165
burn-rip process, 177
bus mastering, 580, 581
C[ Top ]
C000/C400/C800/CC00 16k Shadow settings (BIOS), 578
cable modems, 392-393, 404
cables
bandwidth, 343
Cat-5, 349, 377
crossover, 345, 347, 349, 377
printer problems and, 329
recommendations, 349
security considerations, 361
troubleshooting, 385
cache
BIOS settings, 578, 580, 583
corrupted, 317
defined, 160
disabling, 578
fixing pictures in web pages, 436
managing DNS, 410-412
optimizing settings, 249-253
reading from, 582
video files, 163
write caching, 222
(see also indexes)
cache misses, 247
CacheHashTableBucketSize value (Registry), 410
CacheHashTableSize value (Registry), 410
cacls command, 467
Caesar, Julius, 478
Call statement, 522
Canon CR2 codec, 185
carriage-return character, 536
case sensitivity
DOS commands, 553
text searches, 95
cat command (Unix), 566
category-5 (Cat-5) patch cables, 349, 377
CCleaner, 324
CCT (correlated color temperatures), 190
cd command
DOS command, 554, 556, 566
functionality, 69, 100, 479
CD drives
burning CDs, 200-201
partition support, 272
playback problems, 202-203
unreadable discs, 203
CDs
backup considerations, 332
splitting DVDs into, 8
cell phones
802.11x standards and, 357
Bluetooth standard, 343, 379
Certificate Manager, 475, 478
certificates
encryption, 478-480
installing, 475
viewing, 475
CGI (Common Gateway Interface), 537-540, 544
Change file attributes tool, 28
Chassis Fan setting (BIOS), 578
checkboxes
creating for Registry settings, 103-108
selecting files, 64
Checked ValueNT value (Registry), 107
Checked ValueW95 value (Registry), 107
CheckedValue value (Registry), 107, 108
Chekhov, Anton, 226
Chkdsk utility, 294-297
Chkntfs utility, 297
chown utility, 467
Chromix, 189
chronological sort order, 191-195
cipher.exe utility, 479, 480
Class ID (see CLSID)
ClassicViewState key (Registry), 105
cleanmgr.exe tool, 213, 217
clear command (Unix), 566
Clear-Host command (PowerShell), 566
ClearPageFileAtShutdown value (Registry), 253
Client Server Runtime Process, 301
clipboard, manipulating, 49
clock speed, processor, 240-242, 313
closing applications, 49, 299
Cloudmark Desktop spam filter, 453
cls command (DOS), 554, 566
CLSID (Class ID)
defined, 96, 138
file types and, 130
sharing scheduled tasks, 511
ShellNew key and, 144
clusters, 255, 295
cmd.exe (see Command Prompt window)
Cmdlets (PowerShell), 565-569
CoCSoft Stream Down, 164, 166
code page selection, 436
codec packages, 151
codecs
AX format, 150, 162
bugs in, 148, 149
defined, 148
determining for audio, 149
determining for video, 149
downloading installers, 150
FLV files and, 162
Green Ribbon of Death and, 306
identifying 4CC code, 149, 150, 152
listing missing, 157
multiple versions of, 151
online video and, 158
codecs (continued)
SLD Active Codec Selector, 151
troubleshooting damaged, 208
WIC, 185
CodeLobster Handy Code Editor, 543
Color Management (Control Panel), 188
color temperature, 189, 190
COM ports, 380, 381
combo boxes, 208
Comet Cursor, 280
command key
actions keys and, 134
changing email readers, 450
depicted, 135
Internet shortcuts, 147
Command Prompt scripting (see batch files)
Command Prompt tool (setup disc), 287
Command Prompt window
applying Registry patches, 113
batch files accessing, 563, 564
BCDEdit tool, 17-18
Chkdsk utility support, 294
converting drives to NTFS, 256
defragmenting via, 245
deleting in-use files, 72
enabling Hibernate mode, 216, 217
entering product keys, 11
installing AX codecs, 150
managing certificates, 479
manipulating partitions, 270
opening in administrator mode, 5
opening with tool, 287
ownership from, 467
Registry patches and, 100
renaming files, 69
restore point space, 324
scanning for open ports, 425-428
shadow copy manipulation, 325
TaskList utility, 302
testing IP addresses, 387
viewing IP addresses, 375, 385, 394
viewing MAC addresses, 368
Windows PowerShell and, 513, 565
wiping folders, 480
Command value (ShellNew), 143
CommandLine function, 534, 535, 551
command-line parameters, 534-536, 560-561
comments, script, 520
Common Files folder, 498
Common Gateway Interface (CGI), 537-540, 544
CommonFilesDir value (Registry), 498
Compatibility tab (Properties), 304, 484
compilation errors, 541, 542
compilers, 512
Complete PC Backup and Restore tool, 333-339, 340
compression
converting audio files and, 178
defined, 472
encryption and, 472
highlighting files, 473
indexes and, 82
NTFS, 29, 246, 473
on-the-fly backups, 332
video codecs, 148
ZIP file format and, 73-74
Computer Management tool, 507
concatenation, 90, 520
conditional statements
batch files and, 561, 562
compilation errors, 542
script support, 515, 518-519
confirmation window, 60, 61
Consumer Technology Preview (CTP), 231
Contacts folder, 23
content protection, xv
context menu items
deleting, 133
PerceivedType value and, 141
searching Registry for, 95
context menus
customizing for files, 131-139
decrypting files, 477
defined, 131
encrypting files, 472, 477
ContextMenuHandlers key, 133, 138, 187
Control Panel
Add New Hardware wizard, 318, 319
Bluetooth standard and, 379
cascading menu, 43
changing default email reader, 448
changing Temp folder location, 213
Color Management, 188
current user settings, 87
Default Programs page, 21
Device Manager, 264
disabling error reporting feature, 302
Ease of Access Center page, 49
Green Ribbon of Death, 44
hiding icons, 44
Indexing Options window, 77-80
Performance Information and Tools page, 232
Performance Options page, 205-210, 250
Personalization page, 209, 229, 230
Power Options page, 216, 235
Printers folder, 508, 509, 510
Programs and Features tool, 20, 122, 331
quickly accessing, 38-44
Remote Desktop service, 404, 406
search support, 38, 39
setting PC clock, 198
shortcuts to pages, 39-43
Sound dialog, 167-172
System page, 306-308, 495, 500
System Properties window, 21
System Protection feature, 116
tweaking performance, 205-210
uninstalling plug-ins, 159
user accounts interface, 458, 461
Volume Control, 167
watermark picture and, 209
Window Color and Appearance page, 37, 209
Windows Defender, 281
Windows Firewall window, 419, 420
(see also Device Manager; Folder Options window; Network and Sharing Center)
Control Panel branch (current user), 87
Control Panel Classic view, 40-44
Control Panel Home view, 39
controls, animating, 207
converting
audio files, 176-178
drives to NTFS, 256
cookies
antispyware software and, 282
deleting, 445
rejecting, 445
tracking site visits, 445
cooling
BIOS settings, 239
fan control programs, 239, 242
liquid cooling systems, 242
overclocking and, 240
video cards and, 312
copy command (DOS), 554, 566, 567
Copy or Move files anywhere tool, 68
copy protection initiative, xv
copying
files, 60-62, 307
files to specified paths, 67, 68
items in clipboard, 49
objects, 65
Copy-Item command (PowerShell), 566, 567
cordless phones, 357, 366
correlated color temperatures (CCT), 190
cp command (Unix), 566
CPU Current Temperature setting (BIOS), 578
CPU Fan setting (BIOS), 578
CPU Level 1 Cache setting (BIOS), 578
CPU to PCI Write Buffer setting (BIOS), 578
CPUs (see processors)
crashes and error messages
Access is Denied message, 475
BIOS settings, 579, 584
Blue Screen of Death, 307-313
Chkdsk utility, 294-297
fixing shared connections, 394
Green Ribbon of Death, 305-307
malware, 277-285
managing startup programs, 291-294
program crashes, 298-303
spyware, 277-285
troubleshooting applications, 303-305
troubleshooting drivers, 313-329
troubleshooting startup, 286-291
viruses, 277-285
WARNING! F parameter message, 295
WSH scripts, 516, 525, 540
Creative Element Power Tools
Change file attributes tool, 28, 553
Change file dates option, 193
changing photo application, 187
cleaning out Temp folder, 213
Copy or Move files anywhere tool, 68
Date/Time from file metadata option, 193
Edit file type associations option, 142, 187
launching Command Prompt, 564
Power Rename tool, 70, 179, 195, 552
Quickly create new folders tool, 46
Registry Agent tool, 97-98
Relative Date/Time option, 193
Rename files with ease option, 193
sorting photos chronologically, 193, 194
(see also File Type Doctor utility)
Creator Owner user, 465, 466
credentials, prompting for, 485
crossfading audio, 174, 175
cross-linked files, 295
crossover cables
Cat-5, 347, 349, 377
defined, 345
CScript.exe script interpreter, 515
csrss.exe, 301
CTP (Consumer Technology Preview), 231
Ctrl key
browse folders, 25
copying objects, 65
drag-drop rules, 66
duplicating objects, 65
selecting files, 62
selecting multiple items, 46
Ctrl-2 key combination, 157
Ctrl-A key combination, 46, 63, 441
Ctrl-Alt key combination, 439
Ctrl-Alt-Del key combination, 299, 491
Ctrl-C key combination
copying files, 68
copying items to clipboard, 49
interrupting Chkdsk, 295
interrupting Defrag tool, 245
Ctrl-Esc key combination, 47, 211
Ctrl-F key combination
Registry searches, 86, 94
Windows Explorer searches, 46, 167
Ctrl-F4 key combination, 49
Ctrl-N key combination, 45, 351
Ctrl-Shift-Esc key combination, 48
Ctrl-Tab key combination, 47
Ctrl-V key combination, 49, 68
Ctrl-X key combination, 49
Ctrl-Z key combination, 49, 66, 69
current user
getting folder's path, 529
HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG branch, 88, 106, 118
HKEY_USERS branch, 87, 88, 118
(see also HKEY_CURRENT_USER branch)
Customize Start Menu window, 50-54
cut-and-paste operation
clipboard and, 49
copying to specific paths, 68
moving to specific paths, 68
null characters in Registry, 90
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D000/D400/D800/DC00 16k Shadow setting (BIOS), 578
Data value (ShellNew), 143
DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange), 135
ddeexec key, 134, 136, 147
Debugging Mode (F8 menu), 290
decimal notation, 92
Decrypt command, 477
decryption, 470, 477
default action, 131, 133
Default Programs page (Control Panel), 21
Default User folder, 497
DefaultDir value (Registry), 497
DefaultIcon key
Bitmap value and, 106
changing file type icons, 127-129
Default value, 127
Internet shortcuts and, 146, 434
DefaultValue value (Registry), 107
defrag.exe (see Disk Defragmenter tool)
defragmenting
hard disks, 242-246
MTF and, 257
paging file, 251
del command (DOS), 72, 554, 566
Del key, 47, 85
Delayed Transaction setting (BIOS), 578
deleting
context menu items, 133
files, 47, 212, 246-249
INFCACHE.1 file, 317
in-use files, 71-73
paging file, 252
partitions, 267
Registry key values, 112, 525
Registry keys, 85, 526
Registry keys from patches, 112
tracking cookies, 445
user accounts, 467
delimiters, 179
Deny permissions, 114-116, 469
desktop composition scheme, 207
Desktop folder
accessing, 36
getting path, 529
location, 496
desktop (Windows)
accessing, 34-36
controlling icon spacing, 37, 38
determining icon size, 38
displaying, 48
drop shadows on icon labels, 209
enabling composition, 207
hiding, 47
moving Desktop toolbar, 36
saving layout, 36-38
speed in updating icons, 210
wallpaper for, 209
Details pane (Windows Explorer)
hiding, 25
thumbnails and, 180
viewing EXIF data, 191, 192
device drivers
64-bit processing and, 2
adding, 314-318
Aero Glass interface and, 227-230
alpha channels, 208
Blue Screen of Death messages, 309
Bluetooth standard and, 379
BSoD messages, 308, 312
cleaning out during installation, 12
clearing cache, 317
defined, 313
desktop layout and, 36
fixing bad video color, 155
interpreting errors, 318-321
outdated, 313
performance and, 241
power management, 221
printer problems and, 329
removing unneeded, 246
restore points and, 116
Sleep mode and, 219
System Restore feature, 322
troubleshooting, 386
troubleshooting audio, 171
undoing installations, 122
uninstalling, 317, 318
updating, 315-316, 330
video overlay problem, 157
videos out of sync, 155
Vista not recognizing, 317
vLite support, 8
Device Manager (Control Panel)
Bluetooth standard and, 379
disabling devices, 238
Disk Drives branch, 259, 264
Display adapters branch, 229
Driver tab, 315
interpreting errors, 318-321
listing drivers, 313, 315
MMC snap-in, 266
network connections, 386
Power Management tab, 219, 221
replacing system driver, 312
troubleshooting sound problems, 171
uninstalling drivers, 317, 318
USB power management, 329
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
IP addresses and, 383, 392, 510
routers and, 392
TCP/IP port numbers, 586
dial-up connections, 389
digital cameras
adding wireless support, 378
EXIF data, 190, 191, 192
improving performance, 316
snapshots of BIOS settings, 576
Digital Negative (DNG) files, 186
Digital Video Recorder (see DVR)
dir command (DOS), 555, 566
Directory Services Restore Mode, 290
DirectX 9, 227, 233, 234
dirty drive, 14
DisablePagingExecutive value (Registry), 253
disaster recovery, 330, 339, 340
Disk Cleanup tool (cleanmgr.exe), 213, 217
Disk Cleanup Wizard, 248
Disk Defragmenter tool (defrag.exe)
automating tasks, 574
manipulating partitions, 270
MTF support, 257
overview, 243-245
paging file support, 252
running, 246
Disk Director utility, 256
Disk Management tool (diskmgmt.msc)
customizing appearance, 265
Graphical View, 264-268, 272
partitioning and, 264-273
saving settings, 266
Shrink Volume window, 269, 270
transferring Windows, 259, 261
viewing drives, 255, 339
disk space
cluster sizes, 255
deleting hiberfil.sys file, 217
freeing, 212, 246-249
Hibernate mode and, 215
restore points and, 324
securing, 480
swap file size and, 250
System Restore and, 324
Diskeeper defragmenter software, 324
Diskette setting (BIOS), 578
DiskPart utility, 270, 271
display adapters (see video cards)
Display Properties feature, 21
display, screen (see monitors)
Display Settings link, 21
DivFix utility, 151, 153
division operator, 516
DivX decompressor, 149
DLL files
customizing icons, 77, 79
DefaultIcon key, 127
fixing shell extensions, 138
IconHandlers and, 128
icons and, 128
rundll32.exe support, 301
URL files and, 145
VBScript limitations, 544
viruses in, 285
DNG (Digital Negative) files, 186
DNS (Domain Name Server)
IP addresses and, 345
ISPs and, 375, 385, 388
managing, 410-412
TCP/IP port number, 586
Documents folder
changed name, 22
changing location, 497
getting path, 529
location, 496
Documents menu (Start menu), 57
Documents template, 181
Do...Loop loop structure, 548, 549
Domain Name Server (see DNS)
domain names, 411, 454
Domain Profile (Windows Firewall), 423
don't load Registry key, 44
DOS operating system
commands supported, 553-556, 566
FAT filesystem, 255
overview, 552
scripting support, 513
Double Word (see DWORD value type), 93
double-click action (mouse)
default actions, 131
purpose, 25
running scripts, 514
download accelerators, 398-399
Download Express manager, 398, 399
download managers, 397, 398-399
downloading
difficulties for online video, 159
online video clips, 161-167
playing videos during, 153
testing throughput for, 397
video files without viewing, 165
Downloads folder, 23
drag-drop operation
determining codecs, 149
image files, 186
overhead in, 397
overview, 64-66
performance and, 208
Registry keys and, 85
DRAM CAS Latency setting (BIOS), 578
DRAM Data Integrity / ECC Mode setting (BIOS), 579
DRAM Timing by SPD setting (BIOS), 579
DriveExists function, 526
DriveFreeSpace function, 526, 548
DriveImage XML, 261
Driver tab (Device Manager), 315
DriverDesc value (Registry), 371
drivers (see device drivers)
drives (see hard disk)
DRM (digital rights management), 178
drop shadows, 209
DropHandler key, 138
DSL connections
bandwidth, 343
Ethernet cards, 392, 393
remote control and, 404
dual-boot systems
filesystem selection, 19, 254
partitions in, 264
remote control cautions, 403
setting up, 13, 14, 15-19
troubleshooting audio problems, 171
duplicating
objects, 65
partially downloaded video files, 153
Registry keys, 86
DVB tuner, 199
DVD discs
backup considerations, 333
playback problems, 202-203
setup disc, 286
smudged subtitles, 202
splitting into CDs, 8
synchronizing audio and video, 155
unreadable, 203
DVD drives
burning DVDs, 200-201
changing drive letters, 272
incompatible disc formats, 202
partition support, 272
playback problems, 202-203
potential problems during setup, 15
unreadable discs, 203
DVI ports, 196, 198
DVI-to-composite adapter, 197
DVI-to-VGA adapter, 198
DVR (Digital Video Recorder)
adding wireless support, 377
building without keyboard, 1
drive noise and, 262
fixing broken TV listings, 198-199
functionality, 195
DWORD value editor, 91
DWORD value type
32-bit values, 89, 93
64-bit values, 89, 93
bigendian value type, 89, 93
creating values, 48, 239, 395
decimal notation, 92
defined, 91
overview, 93
Registry parameters and, 108
DxO Optics Pro, 186
Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE), 135
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (see DHCP)
dynamic IP addresses, 406, 445
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eBay
purchasing adapters, 197
showing member complaints, 438
spam filters and, 454
echo command (DOS), 555, 558
ECP parallel port mode, 581
ECP+EPP parallel port mode, 581
Effective Permissions tab (Advanced Security Settings), 467
EFS (Encrypting File System), 475, 480
EHCI Hand-Off setting (BIOS), 579
EISA Configuration partition, 263, 267
email
automated invasions via, 413
changing default reader, 448-450
embedded pictures, 451
Kerberos authenticating agent, 587
long URLs, 455, 456
monitoring, 284
phishing, 451, 452
POP3 support, 344, 586
SMTP support, 344
SNMP support, 586
stopping spam, 450-454
user scripts for, 438
email attachments
sending large files, 454, 455
spreading malware, 278, 279, 285
embedded tags, 177-179
Enable Boot Logging (F8 menu), 289
Enable value (Registry), 246
EnablePrefetcher value (Registry), 247
Encrypt command, 477
Encrypting File System (EFS), 475, 480
encryption
algorithms for, 355
backing up certificates, 478-480
BitLocker, 5, 471
compression and, 472
context menus and, 477
differences among editions, 5
folder, 472, 476, 477
highlighting files, 473
protecting files, 470-480
security and, 19
showing in color for NTFS files, 29
troubleshooting, 363, 365, 367
WEP protocol, 355, 356, 359
wireless networks and, 354, 358
WPA protocol, 355, 363
WPA2 protocol, 351, 355, 359
EncryptionContextMenu value (Registry), 477
End If statement, 519
Enter key, 45
environment, batch files and, 558
Environment function, 540
environment variables, 540, 559
EPP parallel port mode, 581
equals sign, 516, 520
error messages (see crashes and error messages)
errorlevel, 562
eSATA (external SATA) interface, 263
Esc key, 441
Esc+Ctrl key combination, 69
Ethernet
bandwidth, 343
broadband connections, 392, 393
defined, 342
NICs, 376
remote control and, 404
speed considerations, 348
(see also PPPoE)
Eudora email program, 451
evaluation mode, 9, 11
Event Log setting (BIOS), 579
Event Viewer, 311, 465
exceptions, Windows Firewall, 420, 423
EXchangeable Image File (EXIF), 190-195
EXE files
antivirus programs and, 279
icons and, 77, 128
troubleshooting programs, 304
viruses in, 285
EXIF (EXchangeable Image File), 190-195
exit command (DOS), 555, 561
expandable string value type
editing, 111, 112
Registry Editor support, 89
special variables and, 90
explorer.exe (see Windows Explorer)
exponentiation operator, 516
exporting
data with Registry patches, 108-113
Registry keys, 102
Exposé task switcher, 230
Express Burn, 201
ExpressCard slot, 196
extended partitions, 267
extension keys
file types and, 125
PerceivedType value and, 141
Shell key and, 133
external SATA (eSATA) interface, 263
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F1 key, 106
F2 key
renaming files, 68, 69
renaming Registry keys, 85, 118
renaming selected items, 47
F3 key, 46
F4 key, 46
F5 key
recognizing drive changes, 266
refreshing current view, 44, 45, 113, 145
F6 key, 46
F8 key
Advanced Boot Options menu, 288-291
Last Known Good Configuration, 122
Safe Mode with Command Prompt, 72
switching laptop displays, 196
F10 key, 49
fan control
adding, 242
BIOS settings, 578
I8kfanGUI program, 239
Fast Boot setting (BIOS), 579
FAT filesystem, 254, 256
FAT to NTFS Conversion Utility, 256
FAT32 filesystem
Blue Screen of Death messages, 311
converting to NTFS, 256
dual-boot systems and, 19
selection considerations, 254
Favorites folder, 529
Favorites menu, 85, 292
FedEx tracking numbers, 438
FFDShow Video Decoder Configuration tool, 151
File Compare utility, 100, 101, 103
file sharing (see shared files)
File Transfer Protocol (see FTP)
file type associations
customizing context menus, 131-139
customizing New menu, 142-145
defined, 122
File Type Doctor utility, 116
fixing Internet shortcuts, 145-147
quick shortcut script and, 551
Registry and, 83
restoring from backups, 140
File Type Doctor utility
changing file type icons, 128
functionality, 21, 136
locking file types, 116, 140, 145
PerceivedType value and, 141
protocol file types, 147
shell extensions and, 139
file types
backing up, 140
changing icons, 127-130
expanding scope, 141-142
locking, 116, 139-140, 145
overview, 124-127
registered, 124
unlocking, 140
File Types window, 131
FileCopy subroutine, 526, 528
FileDate function, 528
FileDelete subroutine, 528, 550
FileExists function
Internet fishtank script, 550
manipulating files, 527, 528, 530
return value, 522
FileExtension function, 528
FileExts key, 134
FileMove subroutine, 528
filename extensions
cached files, 163
changing, 70, 152, 153
file type associations and, 123
hiding, 28, 123, 278
PerceivedType value and, 141
protecting, 140
registering, 248
removing, 70
renaming, 124
resources for unknown, 123
ShellEx branch and, 127
video data organization, 152
viewing, 123, 124
vLite support, 8
FileName value (ShellNew), 144
filenames
Command Prompt scripting and, 556
command-line parameters and, 535
delimiters, 179
generating based on tags, 179
malware and, 293
managing startup programs, 293
multiple occurrences of, 559
passing between Cmdlets, 568
quotation marks around, 135
Registry support, 95
size restrictions, 256
sorting photos, 194-195
files
boot loader, 28
cautions removing, 248
console, 266
copying, 60-62, 307
copying to specified paths, 67, 68
creating shortcuts to, 531
cross-linked, 295
customizing context menus, 131-139
files (continued)
deleting, 47, 212, 246-249
deleting in-use, 71-73
download accelerators for, 398-399
encrypting, 470-480
fragmented, 246
highlighting compressed, 473
highlighting encrypted, 473
indexing, 77-80
infected, 279
invalid dates/times, 295
Last Accessed date, 249
managing, 46, 47
manipulating contents, 530
missing for programs, 305
missing on data discs, 203
moving to specified paths, 67, 68
navigation shortcuts, 45-46
Open With dialog box, 248
partitions and, 264
Registry searches for, 95
renaming, 47, 68-71, 551, 552
replacing, 72
runtime errors, 542
scripts accessing, 523
scripts manipulating, 526-530
searching when changing, 307
selecting, 46, 47, 62-64
selecting multiple, 68, 69
sending large, 454, 455
setting permissions, 462-469
slicker ways for selecting, 30
system, 465
temporary, 263
truncating names, 70
Version tab, 248, 293
viewing wasted space, 255
ZIP format, 73-75
(see also hidden files; shared files)
FileSize function, 528
FileSystemObject object, 526
filesystems
cluster sizes, 255
dual-boot systems and, 19
encryption support, 470
scripts accessing, 526
selecting, 254-256
FilterKeys, 49
Firefox web browser (see Mozilla Firefox web browser)
firewalls
defined, 345, 417
interfering with images, 437
port scanners and, 428
protecting networks, 280, 285, 415
Remote Desktop and, 409
routers and, 392
security and, 419
TCP/IP ports and, 345, 585, 586
third-party, 425
(see also Windows Firewall)
Firewire interface, 263
firmware
Blue Screen of Death messages, 310
BSoD messages, 308, 309
defined, 316
troubleshooting, 321, 386
updating, 221, 316, 351
verifying latest version, 221
First Boot Device setting (BIOS), 579
Flash BIOS Protection setting (BIOS), 579
Flash Video files (see FLV files)
Flip 3D task switcher, 47-48, 210, 226, 230
floppy diskette drive, 578, 579, 581
Floppy Drive A setting (BIOS), 579
Floppy Drive B setting (BIOS), 579
Floppy Drive Seek setting (BIOS), 579
Floppy Write Protect setting (BIOS), 579
FLV files, 152, 162-163
FLV Player, 162
flyovers, 443, 452
Fn key, 168, 196
Folder and Search Options, 25, 64
Folder key (Registry), 105
Folder Options window (Control Panel)
abandoning indexes, 80
accessing, 25
changing defaults for all folders, 29
customizing default user profiles, 495
displaying hidden files, 496
General tab, 25
Registry-related properties, 105-108
resolving Green Ribbon of Death, 307
Search tab, 30
shared folders, 499
View tab, 26-32
FolderCopy subroutine, 526, 527, 548
FolderCreate function, 527, 548
FolderDelete subroutine, 527
FolderExists function
Internet shortcuts script, 531
manipulating folders, 527, 530
quick and dirty backup script, 548
renaming files script, 552
FolderMove subroutine, 527
FolderParent function, 527
folders
background images, 209
changing location of profile, 495
changing location of "special", 185
choosing templates for, 31
copying to specified paths, 67, 68
Customize tab, 32, 180, 181
customizing entire branches, 182
customizing icons, 75-77
default icons, 77
disabling Sharing Wizard, 30
displaying information, 27
displaying tool tips, 30
drag-drop rules, 65
encrypting, 472, 476, 477
identifying templates for, 183
indexing, 77-80
Last Accessed date, 257
launching separate windows, 28
moving to specified paths, 67, 68
navigation shortcut, 45
navigation shortcuts, 45-46
obtaining locations for "special", 529
organizing music into, 179
personal, 22, 496, 498
quick and dirty backup tool, 547-548
Registry searches for, 95
remembering view settings, 29
renaming profile, 495-496
restoring windows at logon, 29
scripts accessing, 523
scripts manipulating, 526, 527
selecting default icon, 76
selecting files, 46
setting permissions, 462-469
system, 472, 498
templates for, 181
view settings, 183
Windows Explorer default, 32-34
wiping, 480
ZIP files and, 73
(see also hidden folders; shared folders)
FolderSize function, 527, 548
Font Agent Pro software, 214
fonts
anti-aliasing, 208
applications and, 224
clearing out, 213
organizing, 214
performance and, 213
Fonts folder, 529
footprint, reducing, 8
for...in...do statement, 563
For...Next loop
batch files and, 557, 563
command-line parameters in, 536
cycling through object collection, 552
overview, 519-520
4CC code, 149, 150, 152
FoxyProxy add-on (Mozilla), 447
fragmentation, 246, 264
Free Download Manager, 398
FreeBSD operating system, 17
FreeOTFE, 5
Fresh Download download manager, 398
Front Panel Support Type setting (BIOS), 579
Fsutil utility, 296
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
do-it-yourself bandwidth test, 397
Internet fishtank script, 549-550
large files, 455
MSFTPSVC service name, 536
scripts managing, 536
sharing files, 409
TCP/IP ports, 586
FTP over SSL, 587
Full Access permissions, 467
Full Control permissions, 469
Full Screen Logo setting (BIOS), 579
FULL_RESOURCE_DESCRIPTOR value type, 89
Function DriveExists function, 526
Function DriveFreeSpace function, 526
Function statement, 521
functions
defined, 521
runtime errors, 542
script support, 515, 520-523
variables in, 521
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Games folder, 22
Gaming graphics benchmark, 234
gamma adjustment, 188, 210
GART (Graphics Address Remapping Table), 579
GART W2K Miniport Driver setting (BIOS), 579
gateways, PCs as, 345, 377, 390
Gbps (gigabits per second), 343
GB-PVR DVR software, 196
GetAttributes statement, 528
Get-ChildItem command (PowerShell), 566
Get-Content command (PowerShell), 566
Get-Culture command (PowerShell), 566
Get-ExecutionPolicy command (PowerShell), 570
Get-Help command (PowerShell), 566
getmac command, 368
get-process Cmdlet (PowerShell), 567
GetSpecialFolder function, 529, 550, 551
GetSystemFolder function, 529
GetTempFilename function, 529
GetWindowsFolder function, 529
GIF files, 285, 441
"Glass" interface (see Aero Glass interface)
Gmail, 279, 451
Gmail key (Registry), 449
gmail.reg patch, 449
Google Maps, 438
Google Picasa manager, 186
Google search engine, 139
Google Video, 162
Gopher protocol, 586
goto command (DOS), 558, 561
GoToMyPC service, 409
gpedit.msc (see Group Policy Object Editor)
GPS
Bluetooth support, 379, 380, 382
EXIF data, 191
Graphical View (Disk Management), 264-268, 272
Graphics Address Remapping Table (GART), 579
Graphics benchmark, 233, 234
graphics (see pictures)
Greasemonkey extension, 163, 164, 437
Great Worm virus, 277
Green PC Monitor Power State setting (BIOS), 579
Green Ribbon of Death
bad sectors and, 295
commonality of, 1
depicted, 60, 305
disabling thumbnails and, 27
overview, 305-307
source of, xv
unwanted icons and, 44
Group Policy Object Editor
cleaning up notification area, 58
differences among editions, 5
MMC snap-in, 266
power options settings, 238
removing All Programs, 52
removing windows items, 57
setting up Auditing policy, 465
starting applications, 225
startup scripts, 545
GSpot program, 149
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HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer), 310, 312
Hal.dll file, 310
Handler value (ShellNew), 144
handwriting recognition, 6
hard disk
adding second drive, 258
administrative shares, 506-507
advanced NTFS settings, 256-257
backup considerations, 333
bad sectors, 295, 296
BitLocker encryption, 5, 471
BSoD messages, 308, 309
changing volume drive letter, 272
Chkdsk utility, 294-297
cluster sizes, 255
converting drives to NTFS, 256
customizing drive icons, 75-77
default drive icon, 77
defragmenting, 242-246
downloading video clips, 161-167
drag-drop rules, 64
freeing disk space, 212, 246-249
Hibernate mode and, 215, 217
hiding system files, 28
improving battery life, 236
indexing drives, 77-80
installing on dirty drive, 14
lost clusters, 295
mounting volumes, 272-273
optimizing cache settings, 249-253
optimizing virtual memory, 249-253
partitions, 263-273
performance and, 212, 242, 261-263
power management, 579
preserving drive letters, 12
removable, 333
replacing primary drive, 258
scripts accessing, 523
scripts for networks, 532
scripts returning drive properties, 526
selecting filesystems, 254-256
sharing considerations, 501
showing drive letters, 29
Sleep mode and, 216
Standby mode and, 215
transferring Windows, 258-263
Vista not recognizing, 317
wiping clean, 287
write protecting, 579
Hard Disk Power Down Mode setting (BIOS), 579
Hard Disk Write Protect setting (BIOS), 579
Hard-Disk Drive Sequence setting (BIOS), 579
hardware
adding drivers, 314-318
adding wireless support, 376-379
Aero Glass interface, 226-231
Blue Screen of Death messages, 308
Bluetooth support, 379-382
disabling devices, 238, 317
fixing printer problems, 329
floppy diskette drive, 578, 579, 581
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE settings, 87
ICC profiles, 188, 190
improving battery life, 235-239
interpreting device errors, 318-321
managing IRQ priority, 239, 240
migration considerations, 20
overclocking processors, 240-242
performance rating, 232-235
power supply, 328
shadowing address ranges, 577
Standby mode and, 215
uninstalling drivers, 317, 318
Windows Experience Index, 232
(see also device drivers)
Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL), 310, 312
Hardware Reset Protect setting (BIOS), 579
Hasselblad, 186
HD Audio setting (BIOS), 580
HD Photo image file format, 187
HD television
adding wireless support, 378
aspect ratio, 154
capturing programming, 199
DVI ports and, 196
HDMI input, 197
HDClone Free Edition, 261
HDD S.M.A.R.T. Capability setting (BIOS), 580
HDMI plugs, 197, 198, 378
HDMI-to-DVI adapters, 197, 198
HDP files, 187
HDTV tuner card, 199
Height property, 534
help command, 566-568
HelpID value (Registry), 106
hex editor, 90, 152
hexadecimal codes
binary values in, 90
Class ID in, 96
RGB, 473
hiberfil.sys file
defragmentation and, 243
deleting, 222
functionality, 217
hiding, 28
Hibernate mode
BIOS settings and, 582
Blue Screen of Death messages, 309
as default action, 217
enabling, 216
functionality, 215, 217
Sleep mode and, xiv, 217
troubleshooting, 220-222
vLite support, 8
Windows Vista support, 215
Hidden attribute (file), 528
hidden files
delete considerations, 249
displaying, 28, 496
system, 28
hidden folders, 28, 496
Hidden key (Registry), 105
history, navigation shortcut, 45
Hit DEL Message Display setting (BIOS), 580
HIVE filename extension, 117, 120
HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT branch (Registry)
backing up, 118
building block registration, 96
changing shortcut icons, 433
Class ID, 138
Command Prompt window, 564
contents, 87
context menu items in, 95
default photo application, 186
editing file type associations, 142
file extension keys, 142
file type icons, 130
file types, 125, 126, 134
HKeyRoot value, 106
URL files and, 146
HKEY_CURRENT_CONFIG branch (Registry), 88, 106, 118
HKEY_CURRENT_USER branch (Registry)
backing up, 117, 118, 120
changing home folder location, 497
changing Music folder location, 185
comparing snapshots, 101
contents, 87
disabling disk cleanup, 248
highlighting encryption color, 473
HKeyRoot value, 106
HKEY_USERS branch and, 88
managing startup programs, 292
MenuShowDelay value, 211
Pictures folder location, 184
preventing shutdown, 491
RegPath value, 107
startup scripts, 545
taking Registry snapshot, 99
UserChoice key, 134
virtualization system and, 486
WaitToKillAppTimeout value, 223
Windows key, 85
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE branch (Registry)
advanced NTFS settings, 256-257
AutoChkTimeOut value, 297
backing up, 117, 118, 120
changing default email reader, 449
changing home folder locations, 498
changing MAC addresses, 371
commands on context menus, 477
comparing snapshots, 101
contents, 87, 88
disabling Prefetch feature, 247
Enable value, 246
fixing shared connections, 395
HKeyRoot value, 106
increasing PTE allocation, 310
limiting automatic logins, 489
managing DNS cache, 410
managing IRQ priority, 239
managing startup programs, 292
optimizing cache settings, 253
SessionManager key, 301
shared scheduled tasks, 511
Software branch, 87
startup scripts, 545
taking Registry snapshot, 99
turning off administrative shares, 506
WaitToKillServiceTimeout value, 223
HKeyRoot value (Registry), 106
HKEY_USERS branch (Registry), 87-88, 118, 462
home directory, 460, 496, 497, 498
Home Theater PC (HTPC), 262
$Home variable, 569
hosts file, 411
hotfix updates, 222, 432
hotkey combinations (see shortcuts)
HTML file format, 131, 540
HTPC (Home Theater PC), 262
HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol), 344, 540, 586
HTTP over TLS/SSL (HTTPS), 587
HTTP_COOKIE environment variable, 540
HTTPS (HTTP over TLS/SSL), 587
hubs, 345, 386
Hyper Path 3 setting (BIOS), 580
Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP), 344, 540, 586
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I8kfanGUI fan control program, 239
ICC (International Color Consortium), 188-191
ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol), 344
ICO file format, 77, 127, 128
IconHandler key
broken, 130
changing shortcut icons, 433
defined, 128
example, 128, 129
InternetShortcut value and, 146
shell extensions and, 138
IconPath value (ShellNew), 144
icons
changing for file types, 127-130
changing Internet, 432-434
customizing, 75-77
for cut files, 68
desktop, 210
displaying thumbnails versus, 208
drag-drop rules, 65
drop shadows for labels, 209
flyovers, 443
Green Ribbon of Death and, 44
hiding, 44
Music Icons template, 182
ICS (Internet Connection Sharing)
drawbacks, 390
gateways and, 377, 390
PPPoE support, 390
as router alternative, 392-393
setting up, 385
IDE BusMaster setting (BIOS), 580
IDE Controller setting (BIOS), 580
IDE Detect Time Out setting (BIOS), 580
IDE HDD Block Mode setting (BIOS), 580
IDE interface
BIOS settings, 580, 581, 582, 583
BSoD messages, 311, 313
bus mastering, 580, 581
SATA versus, 262
SATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter, 258
S.M.A.R.T. support, 580
Windows Media Player and, 203
Identities branch (current user), 87
IEObject.Document.Write statement, 533
IEObject.Navigate "About:Blank" command, 534
IEObject.Quit command, 534
IEObject.Visible=1 command, 534
if statement, 561
If...Then structure, 518, 519, 548
IIS (Internet Information Server)
CGI scripts for web servers, 537-540
IISADMIN service name, 536, 539
Internet Guest Account and, 469
IUSR account, 459
scripts managing, 536
wwwroot$ and, 507
image perceived type key, 141
images
ad-blockers blocking, 437
background, 209
firewalls interfering with, 437
opening, 186
thumbnail support, 185, 186
viruses embedded in, 285
Windows Photo Gallery support, 186
ImageShack web site, 454
IMAP3 (Internet Mail Access Protocol version 3), 586
IMAP4 (Internet Mail Access Protocol version 4), 453, 586
IMAP4 over SSL (secure Internet Mail Access Protocol version 4), 587
Imesh, 280
importing data, 108-113
Indexed Locations window, 77-80
indexes
building, 77-80
improving battery life, 236
location in video files, 153
performance and, 82, 205
re-indexing incomplete videos, 153
rewinding streaming video and, 160
Windows Experience Index, 229
Indexing Options window (Control Panel), 77-80
INFCACHE.1 file, 317
infected files, 279
infinite loops, 311, 312
infrared ports, 376, 581
inheritance, 464-467
InputBox command, 515, 516-518
Insert key, 48
installation
adding hardware, 314-318
alternate media for, 15
AX codecs, 150
backups prior to, 13
certificate, 475
considerations, 6, 12
on dirty drive, 14
drive-by, 481
dual-boot systems and, 13, 14, 17
incorrect drivers, 313
locked file types and, 140
new drivers, 316
on new/clean system, 7-11
parallel, 14
potential setup problems, 15
reinstalling Vista, 13
selecting incorrect edition during, 9
sequencing in dual-boot systems, 17
troubleshooting audio problems, 171
unattended, 8
undoing hardware driver, 122
unnecessary files from, 247
upgrade compatibility chart, 7
with upgrade disc, 10-11
Intel, 240
Intel SpeedStep setting (BIOS), 580
Interfaces key (Registry), 395
Internal Cache setting (BIOS), 580
International Color Consortium (ICC), 188-191
Internet
changing shortcut icons, 432-434
configuring connection, 388-389
fixing shortcuts, 145-147
protecting computers, 283, 285
routers and, 346, 350
security threats via, 412
sharing connections, 390-395
spreading malware, 280
spyware and, 277
stopping spam, 450-454
surfing anonymously, 444-448
testing connections, 388
troubleshooting problems, 366
WiFi piggyback access, 377
worms and, 277
Internet Connection Sharing (see ICS)
Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP), 344
Internet Explorer web browser
ad-blocking, 439
blank form bug, 441
blocking, 432
blocking cookies, 445
Bookmarklet add-on, 162, 164
code page selection, 436
configuring proxy servers, 437
default search engine, 139
disabling animations, 441
disabling Java support, 443
Download Express support, 398
downloading without viewing, 165
drive-by installations, 481
emailing long URLs, 456
keystrokes controlling links, 444
locking down options, 428-432
menus in, 21
Phishing Filter, 452
removing tabs, 443
scripts controlling, 533, 534
smooth scrolling option, 209
Spybot support, 282
spyware and adware for, 280
surfing anonymously, 446, 447
Trixie extension, 438
Trojan horses and, 285
user agent strings, 434
viewing installed plug-ins, 159
Windows Media Player support, 167
Windows Security Center and, 417
Internet fishtank, 548-550
Internet Guest Account, 469
Internet Information Server (see IIS)
Internet Mail Access Protocol version 3 (IMAP3), 586
Internet Mail Access Protocol version 4 (IMAP4), 453, 586
Internet Protocol (IP), 344
Internet Relay Chat (IRC), 586
Internet Service Providers (see ISPs)
InternetShortcut value (Registry), 146
Inter-Process Communication (IPC$), 507
Interrupt 19 Capture setting (BIOS), 580
interrupt request (see IRQ)
IP address value (Registry), 395
IP addresses
bridges and, 375
defined, 344, 345
DHCP support, 383, 392, 510
DNS and, 410
dynamic, 406, 445
firewalls and, 345
ICS and, 392
identifying, 375
printer servers and, 510
Remote Assistance support, 408
routers and, 351
setting on older OS, 393
setting up tunnel servers, 401
static, 385, 389, 404
surfing anonymously, 444-448
testing, 386, 387, 388
troubleshooting connections, 384, 386
viewing, 375, 385, 394
Windows Firewall and, 422
IP (Internet Protocol), 344
IPC$ (Inter-Process Communication), 507
IPhotoICC, 189
iPod (Apple), 176, 238
iPod Service, 238
IPSec, 401, 586, 587
IPv4 protocol, 383, 401
IRC (Internet Relay Chat), 586
IRQ (interrupt request)
BIOS settings and, 578, 580, 581, 582
Blue Screen of Death and, 309, 310
defined, 239
managing priority, 239, 240
troubleshooting, 321
IRQ3 setting (BIOS), 580
IRQ4 setting (BIOS), 580
IRQ5 setting (BIOS), 580
ISA cards, 319, 580
ISO image files, 201
ISO Recorder, 201, 203
IsoBuster, 203
ISPs (Internet Service Providers)
bandwidth, 343
broadband connection speeds, 397
DNS servers, 375, 385, 388
filtering viruses, 279
PPPoE cautions and, 389
spam filters, 453
web spaces, 455
ItemName value (ShellNew), 144
iTripoli Admin ScriptEditor, 543
iTunes (Apple)
burning CDs, 201
changing music folder location, 185
converting audio files, 177-178
crossfading music, 175
fixing garbled music, 174
fixing music tags, 178
music store, 176
organizing music, 177, 179
IUSR account, 459
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JanSoft Backedit, 543
Java applets, 443
JavaScript
flyover support, 443
Greasemonkey extension and, 437
reference materials, 544
user scripts and, 438
web browsers and, 440
JMicron SATA/PATA Controller setting (BIOS), 580
JPG files
do-it-yourself bandwidth test, 397
EXIF data, 191
Internet fishtank script, 549
viruses and, 285
JScript, 544
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Kaspersky Antivirus Personal, 282
Katz, Phil, 73, 74
Kazaa peer-to-peer file sharing, 280, 587
Kbps (Kilobits per second), 343
Kerberos IV agent, 587
Kerio Personal Firewall, 424
keyboard remapping tools, 48
keyboard shortcuts (see shortcuts)
keyboards
BIOS settings, 583
Bluetooth standard, 343
hiding, 413
menu navigation, 211
remapping, 48
starting Task Manager, 299
typing null character, 90
keys
encryption certificates and, 476
generating new, 480
product, 8, 11
symmetric cryptography, 478
troubleshooting problems, 363
wireless encryption and, 354, 356, 358, 359
KeyTweak tool, 48
Kodak, 186
Kroes, Neelie, xv
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L2TP (Layer Two Tunneling Protocol), 399, 587
labels
batch files and, 558
icon, 209
LAN (Local Area Network)
defined, 342
IP addresses and, 345
remote control and, 404
routers and, 391
shared files, 409
wired example, 347
laptops
adding wireless support, 376, 377
anti-aliasing screen fonts, 209
Bluetooth standard, 343
cables and, 347
DVI ports, 196
improving battery life, 235-239
infrared ports, 376
Task Scheduler support, 574
troubleshooting audio, 168, 171
watching TV, 196
LargeSystemCache value (Registry), 253
Last Known Good Configuration, 122, 290, 323
Layer Two Tunneling Protocol (L2TP), 399, 587
Layout.ini file, 246
LCase function, 531
Left property, 534
Legacy USB Support setting (BIOS), 580
Leibnitz, Gottfried, 565
Leica, 186
Level 2 Cache setting (BIOS), 578
Levels tab (Sound), 169, 172
Limewire, 280
linefeed character, 536
Linux operating system, 15, 404
listboxes, 49, 208-209
Live File System, 201
Live Search web site, 139
LNK file format, 126, 144, 531
Local Area Network (see LAN)
local backups, 118
local resources, 342
Local Security Authority subsystem, 301
Local Security Policy tool (secpol.msc)
changing logon dialog, 487
clearing paging file, 252
differences among editions, 5
renaming Administrator account, 493
turning off UAC, 484, 484-486
Local Users and Groups tool
changing home folder location, 497
differences among editions, 5
logging in as administrator, 492
managing user accounts, 460
tasks supported, 461
local variables, 522
lockdown mode, 9
locking
file types, 116, 139-140, 145
Internet Explorer options, 428-432
logging off, 49
logical drives, 267
logons
Administrator account, 491-493
automatic, 488-489
changing dialog, 487
logos
BIOS settings and, 579, 582
customizing startup, 59
loops
batch files and, 562
script support, 515, 519-520
lossless audio, 176, 178
Lotus Domino, 587
Lotus Notes, 587
ls command (Unix), 566
lsass.exe, 301
lusrmgr.msc (see Local Users and Groups tool)
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M4A files, 176, 177
M4B files, 177
M4P files, 176, 177
MAC Address Clone feature, 371
MAC address filtering, 363, 368-370
Mac Makeup, 371
Mac OS X operating system
Aqua interface, 230
dual-boot support, 15
Remote Desktop and, 404
Spinning Beach Ball of Death, 305
Macromedia Flash Player, 162
macros
subroutines as, 521
viruses in, 279
MadMACs, 371
Magnifier tool, 36
malware
blocking pop ups, 439, 440
cleaning PCs, 281-283
defined, 277
firewalls and, 345
methods of spreading, 278-280
protecting against, 281-283
removing, 293
Run key and, 545
sources of, 440
startup scripts and, 546
weather forecasting as, 440
Windows Security Center and, 417
Mamiya, 186
man command (Unix), 566
Manage Wireless Networks window, 359, 362, 364
MapNetDrive subroutine, 532, 533
MapNetPrinter subroutine, 532
mapping network drives, 505, 532
master boot record (MBR), 286
master file table (MFT), 257
Master/Slave Drive UltraDMA setting (BIOS), 580
mathematical operations, 516
MaxCacheEntryTtlLimit value (Registry), 410
Maximum processor state setting, 236
Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU), 394-395
MaxSOACacheEntryTtlLimit value (Registry), 410
Maxthon tool, 456
Mbps (megabits per second), 343
MBR (master boot record), 286
McAfee VirusScan, 282
md command (DOS), 555, 566
MDB files, 180
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), 262
Measure-Object Cmdlet (PowerShell), 568
Media Center (see Windows Media Center)
Media Player Classic, 157
Media Player (see Windows Media Player)
media players (see specific media players)
media (see audio; images; photos; pictures; television; video)
MediaPortal DVR software, 196
Meedio DVR software, 196
MegaUpload web site, 455
MeHere program, 382
memory
64-bit processing and, 2
BIOS settings, 578
Blue Screen of Death and, 308, 313
free disk space and, 246
performance and, 214
Standby mode and, 215
(see also system memory; virtual memory)
Memory benchmark, 233
Memory Hole at 15M-16M setting (BIOS), 580
Memory Write Posting setting (BIOS), 580
MenuBar property, 534
menus
cascading Control Panel menu, 43
displaying, 21, 24-25, 27, 49, 211, 387
replacement for, 21
showing shadows under, 207
tweaking performance, 211
MenuShowDelay value (Registry), 211
MenuText value (ShellNew), 144
metadata, 1
MetaProducts Integration extension, 398
MFT (master file table), 257
Microcode Updation setting (BIOS), 581
Microsoft Access, 180
Microsoft Bluetooth stack, 379
Microsoft Excel, 132, 279
Microsoft Exchange Routing, 587
Microsoft Hotfix #928631, 222
Microsoft Hotfix #935779, 432
Microsoft Keyboard Layout Creator, 48
Microsoft Management Console, 266, 460
Microsoft Media Services (MMS), 587
Microsoft Office, 331
Microsoft Operations Manager (MOM), 587
Microsoft Outlook
spam filters and, 451, 453
viruses and, 279
Microsoft Paint, 59, 185, 192
Microsoft SQL database system, 587
Microsoft Terminal Services, 587
Microsoft URGE music store, 176
Microsoft Windows Mail, 279, 451
Microsoft Word, 279
microwave ovens, 357
migration (see upgrades)
Minimum processor state setting, 236
Mini-PCI adapter, 376
minus sign, 112
mkdir command (Unix), 566
MMS (Microsoft Media Services), 587
Modify permissions, 469
MOM (Microsoft Operations Manager), 587
Monad Shell (MSH) (see WSH)
monitoring
email, 284
web browsers, 284
Windows Security Center, 416, 417
monitors
changing logon dialog, 487
gamma adjustment, 188
ICC profiles, 188
improving battery life, 236
investigating drivers, 314
Standby mode and, 215
TV as, 197
tweaking display effects, 205-210
video cards performance, 210
Morpheus, 280
Morris, Robert T., 277
motherboards
BIOS settings, 580, 581, 584
BIOS updates, 221, 319, 576
Blue Screen of Death messages, 313
BSoD messages, 308, 312
enabling HD audio, 580
improving performance, 316
investigating drivers, 314
IRQs and, 239
memory and, 327
overclocking support, 240, 242, 582
parallel ports, 581
power management and, 220
TPM chip, 471
video memory and, 227
mount point, 272
mounting volumes, 272-273
mouse actions
double-click action, 25, 131, 514
flyovers, 443, 452
identifying crashed programs, 298
right-click action, 25, 28, 32, 65, 131, 299
selecting files, 62
single-click action, 25
mouse pointer, 207
MouseKeys, 49
MOV files, 152, 153, 163-164
move command (DOS), 555, 566
Move-Item command (PowerShell), 566
movie formats (see video)
moving
files to specified paths, 67, 68
objects, 65
partitions, 268-270
Registry key values, 85
Registry keys, 85
Mozilla Firefox web browser
blank form bug, 441
blocking cookies, 445
blocking JavaScript files, 443
bookmarklets, 162, 164
cached files, 163
changing default email reader, 449
code page selection, 436
controlling pop ups, 440
as default, 147
disabling animations, 441
disabling Java support, 443
Download Express support, 398
downloading videos, 165
emailing long URLs, 456
Greasemonkey extension, 163, 164, 437
keystrokes controlling links, 444
masquerading browsers, 434
recommendations, 431
removing tabs, 443
Spybot support, 282
surfing anonymously, 446, 447
user agent strings, 434
video plug-ins, 159
VideoDownloader extension, 163
Windows Media Player support, 167
Mozilla SeaMonkey web browser
%1 parameter, 135
blank form bug, 441
blocking cookies, 445
blocking JavaScript files, 443
bookmarklets, 162, 164
cached files, 163
changing default email reader, 450
code page selection, 436
configuring proxy servers, 437
controlling pop ups, 440
as default, 147
disabling animations, 442
Download Express support, 398
downloading videos, 165
emailing long URLs, 456
Greasemonkey extension, 163, 164, 437
keystrokes controlling links, 444
masquerading browsers, 434
removing tabs, 443
surfing anonymously, 446
video plug-ins, 159
Windows Media Player support, 167
Mozilla Thunderbird, 279, 451
MP3 files, 175, 176, 177
MPEG Header Corrector tool, 151
MPG files, 152, 285
MPS (Multiple Processor System), 312
MPS Version Control setting (BIOS), 581
MsgBox command
conditional statements, 518
quick and dirty backup tool, 547
script support, 515, 516-518
MSH (Monad Shell) (see WSH)
MSN Hotmail, 451
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures), 262
MTU (Maximum Transmission Unit), 394-395
Multiple Processor System (MPS), 312
multiplication operator, 516
multistring value type, 89, 90
Music Details template, 182
Music folder, 22, 184, 185
Music Icons template, 182
music players (see specific players)
music (see audio)
mv command (Unix), 566
My Documents folder
changed name, 22
changing location, 497
getting path, 529
location, 496
template used, 181
My Expose, 230
My Pictures folder, 22
MyExpose task switcher, 48
MySQL database, 587
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nameserver (see DNS)
NameSpace key (Registry), 511
naming conventions
personal folders, 22
UNC, 504, 506
Napster, 280, 588
Native command queuing (NCQ), 262
navigation
drop-down listboxes, 49
file/folder shortcuts, 45-46
through menus, 211
through Registry, 85
Navigation pane, 27
NCQ (Native command queuing), 262
net command-line tool, 5
Net Hood folder, 529
NETBIOS Services, 586
Netscape web browser, 435, 441
netstat.exe utility, 425-428, 585
network adapters
connecting networks, 345
disabling, 214
Internet Connection Sharing and, 390
investigating drivers, 314
Standby mode and, 215
troubleshooting, 321
viewing MAC addresses, 368
Network and Sharing Center (Control Panel)
disabling drives, 214
MAC addresses, 368
Network Connections window, 21, 371, 382-387, 389
setting up dial-up connections, 389
setting up ICS, 392
setting up PPPoE connections, 389
setting up VPNs, 400, 402
shared folders, 499
troubleshooting networks, 362, 366, 367
Network Connections window
accessing, 21
adding connections, 387
changing MAC addresses, 371
setting up PPPoE connections, 389
troubleshooting connections, 382-385
Network folder, 503-505, 508
network interface card (NIC), 376
Network Level Authentication (NLA), 404
Network News Transfer Protocol (NNTP), 586
Network News Transfer Protocol over SSL (NNTPS), 587
Network Time Protocol (NTP), 586
networks
connecting, 345, 373-375
firewalls and, 280, 285, 415
hidden, 361, 363
managing performance, 214
prioritizing connections, 387
remote control, 403-409
router roles, 391, 392
scanning for open ports, 425-428
script support, 531-533
security for, 62, 412-428
slow access, 306
spreading malware, 280, 285
terminology, 341-346
testing IP addresses, 387, 388
testing throughput, 395-397
troubleshooting connections, 382-387
wiring considerations, 346-349
(see also wireless networks)
New menu (Windows Explorer), 142-145
New-Item command (PowerShell), 566
NIC (network interface card), 376
Nikon, 186
Nikon NEF codec, 185, 191
NLA (Network Level Authentication), 404
Nmap Security Scanner, 428
NNTP (Network News Transfer Protocol), 586
NNTPS (Network News Transfer Protocol over SSL), 587
NoClose value (Registry), 491
NoLowDiskSpaceChecks value, 248
Norton Internet Security, 437
Norton Personal Firewall, 437
NoteBurner, 177
Notepad
batch file support, 557
downloading videos, 165
editing Registry patches, 109
editing scripts, 515
launching via batch files, 557
limitations, 543
manipulating long URLs, 456
VBScript support, 540
web page blank form bug, 441
writing scripts in, 512
notification area
cleaning up, 57-58
download performance and, 397
sending focus to, 49
nslookup command, 375, 385
ntbtlog.txt file, 289
NTFS Encryption Utility, 479, 480
NTFS filesystem
advanced settings, 256-257
cluster sizes, 255
compression and, 246, 472, 473
converting to, 256
dual-boot systems and, 19
encryption support, 470, 479, 480
mount point on, 272
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